Corporate Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Aston Carter is partnering with a great company in the Kansas City area that is looking to hire a Corporate Controller for their team. They are seeking a candidate with over 10 years of accounting experience and at least 5 years in a managerial role. While a CPA is preferred, it is not required for the position. The ideal candidate will have experience either working at a public accounting firm or collaborating with external auditors. The role offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 to $190,000, along with a 15% bonus opportunity. The company provides a hybrid work schedule following the training period and is known for its strong culture, stability, and many other attractive benefits.

Job Description

A growing, multi-entity organization in the professional services sector is seeking a Corporate Controller to provide strategic accounting leadership and drive operational excellence across its finance function. This role will oversee a high-performing accounting team and ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic accounting initiatives and provide financial leadership across the organization.
• Mentor and develop accounting team members, fostering a culture of growth, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Drive process improvements and scalability in accounting operations, including systems, general ledger, payroll, and cash management.
• Ensure accurate and timely management of general ledger, project accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliations across multiple business units.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver financial insights that support decision-making and performance optimization.
• Oversee the implementation and enhancement of accounting systems, policies, and internal controls to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring the integrity of financial statements and adherence to reporting deadlines.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP and internal policies.
• Lead annual audit processes and ensure timely, accurate documentation.
• Identify risks and process gaps, implementing proactive solutions to strengthen internal controls.

Essential Skills

Preferred Qualifications

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $170000.00 - $190000.00 / yr.

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Additional Information

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2025.

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.